Bacteria Trapped in a NET (IMAGE) Cell Press Caption This photograph shows bacteria (Shigella flexneri) trapped in a NET. The mesh-like structure of the NET is visible between two still-intact neutrophils. Credit Volker Brinkmann Usage Restrictions Credit Required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.